VA
Clinical Lab Scientist (Intermittent Fee Basis)
Veterans Health AdministrationLouisville, KY · contract · Entry
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This is an intermittent, as-needed clinical laboratory position at a VA Medical Center where the scientist performs routine and complex lab testing, maintains equipment, and ensures quality control. It suits someone with a bachelor's degree and ASCP or AMT certification who is comfortable with variable scheduling including rotating weekends and holidays.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree from accredited institution
- ASCP BOC generalist certification or AMT generalist certification as MLS or MT
- U.S. citizenship or VA-approved non-citizen status
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Ability to lift 15–44 pounds intermittently
- Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays
Nice to have
- Master's degree in medical technology or related science
- 1+ year equivalent experience at next lower grade